DHEA and IVF

[Ovary]

hi all.  has anyone who had prior failed IVF, used DHEA after that and become pregnant.  Im almost 40 and had a failed IVF.  I've read on other forums that DHEA helps when you are aging.  Any suceess stories out there please.

thanks
Ovary

[anne786]

I had failed IVF cycle and I was so dispointed that I started searching on net for any treatments, and came across that DHEA is good and it does not have any side effects... whoever is using it best of luck to you guys!!

[nshapland]

If you are supposed to be on DHEA for 4 months before and IVF, but you are actively trying, should you go off the DHEA for the 2 week wait?  I'm 40 and don't feel like I have 4 months to lose by not trying and taking DHEA...

[tildy8]

Hi

I should also add the four days I was taking DHEA  was 3X25mg  Daily.
I hope i get some advice as i want to do blood work on my DHEA
Thanks

[tildy8]

Hi
I have taken D.H.E.A  for 4 days  now  I jumped into it before haveing blood tests done .
my question is if i stop  the dhea today and have a blood test tommorow will it show high levels dhea for this small amount of time or should i wait a week or so to have my blood work done.
I  self prescibed but will be seeing a doctor to  get a prescription because the one i took wasnt micronized not sure if it maters.

I would appreciate any advice from you ladies that are taking this supplement for fertility and aged 40 +
Thanks

[anitasto]

It's so great to see this thread is still helping so many. I think of you all so often and have made it a mission to publish my story because of all your support.

I am writing my book! I completed the draft last year and am now workshopping the chapters at thenextbigwriter.com titled
Infertility: My Dreams of Family Undaunted. My pen name is Anna Bells.
Just wanted you all to know I'm still here and you have all spurred me on to share my story and do more for the cause of fertility.

I notice that some posts are addressed to me, so while I'm here I want to reinforce:  Doctors need to fully test patients' endocrine system and autoimmune levels BEFORE doing IVF. First round IVF success rates are under 10% for the population who recieve IVF, in part because their condition is not fully diagnosed. Such testing, along with thorough anatomical tests, is the only way to ensure your condition is clear and you get appropriate treatment the first time. Without this testing, you stand a very good chance of losing your greatest asset: TIME.

You can go back through this blog to find the list of tests for endocrine function and autoimmunity. MANY of your concerns I believe can be identified by these tests, and such testing is where I would always recommend you start.

Stay strong, be assertive with your doctor, and build support. Your family is counting on you! ;)

Yours Truly,
Anitasto

[anitasto]

Yes. Women have gotten pregnant naturally on DHEA but I don't know them personally. This is published in the studies of CHR.

If you have elevated anticardiolipin please send your bloodwork to Dr. Coulim - you can find her on the net - an expert in autoantibodies. You need special attention to avoid a) failed implantation b) early miscarriage AND c) heart defects to the fetus. At your age I would not do another cycle without including this treatment to ensure you waste no time to have the full chance of success.

I don't come back here too often, sorry, but I do wish you all the very best.
Anitasto